ARRI Signature Prime 58mm T1.8 Lens
The ARRI 58mm T1.8 is a 58mm f/1.8 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
ARRI Signature Prime 58mm T1.8 Lens
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Lens Overview — ARRI 58mm T1.8
Key Features — ARRI 58mm T1.8
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount ensures compatibility with professional camera bodies from ARRI, RED, Sony, and other major manufacturers.
T1.8 Maximum Aperture: Wide maximum aperture allows for shooting in lower light conditions and provides strong subject-background separation.
Full-Frame Image Circle: Covers large-format and full-frame cinema sensors, making it compatible with cameras like the ARRI ALEXA LF and ALEXA 65.
58mm Standard Focal Length: Sits close to the human field of view, making it a natural choice for interviews, dialogue scenes, and narrative filmmaking.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring is built for repeatable, controlled focus pulls by a dedicated focus puller on professional sets.
Consistent Lens Family Rendering: Shares a unified optical character with the full Signature Prime lineup, ensuring seamless interchangeability across focal lengths without visual discontinuity.
Lens Specifications — ARRI 58mm T1.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 58mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 2.09kg |
Description — ARRI 58mm T1.8
The ARRI Signature Prime 58mm T1.8 is a professional cinema prime lens built for demanding production environments. Mounted on the industry-standard PL Mount, it integrates seamlessly with a broad range of professional cinema cameras. The lens covers a full-frame image circle, ensuring compatibility with full-frame and large-format cinema sensors.
With a maximum aperture of T1.8, it allows for shooting with a shallower depth of field and in a wider range of lighting conditions. At 58mm, this standard focal length delivers a natural perspective that suits narrative, documentary, and commercial work alike. The lens is manually focused, consistent with professional cinema production standards where a focus puller manages critical focus independently.
Weighing 2.09kg, it is built to the robust physical standards expected of high-end cinema glass. There is no image stabilization, so rig and support considerations are important for moving or handheld shots. The Signature Prime 58mm is a focused, purpose-built tool for cinematographers operating in full-frame cinema workflows.
Pros — ARRI 58mm T1.8
- ✓Wide maximum aperture of T1.8 enables shooting in lower light and greater background separation
- ✓Full-frame image circle coverage supports large-format and full-frame cinema sensors
- ✓Standard 58mm focal length provides a natural, true-to-life perspective well-suited for a wide range of shooting scenarios
Cons — ARRI 58mm T1.8
- ✗At 2.09kg, the lens adds significant weight to a camera rig, which may be a consideration for handheld or gimbal-based shoots
- ✗No image stabilization, meaning handheld or moving shots rely entirely on the camera or rig for stability
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability, requiring a dedicated focus puller or careful operation in run-and-gun situations
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Frequently Asked Questions — ARRI 58mm T1.8
What camera mount does the ARRI Signature Prime 58mm use?+
The lens uses a PL Mount, which is the industry-standard mount for professional cinema cameras. This makes it compatible with a wide range of cinema camera bodies that accept PL Mount lenses.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, the ARRI Signature Prime 58mm is a manual focus lens only. This is standard for professional cinema production, where a focus puller operates focus separately from the camera operator.
What image sensor formats does this lens cover?+
The Signature Prime 58mm covers a full-frame image circle, making it suitable for full-frame and large-format cinema sensors.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 2.09kg. This is an important consideration when planning rig configurations, handheld setups, or gimbal use, as the total payload will need to account for this weight.
Is this lens suitable for video or only cinema use?+
The lens is categorized under Cinema/Video camera systems and is designed for professional cinema and video production. The PL Mount and manual focus operation are hallmarks of high-end cinema workflows.
Does the lens have image stabilization?+
No, the ARRI Signature Prime 58mm has no image stabilization. Any stabilization for handheld or moving shots must come from the camera body, rig, or external stabilizer.